SureSmile Clear Aligners – Hillsboro, OR
Discreetly & Efficiently Fix Crooked Teeth
Have you ever thought about getting braces to achieve a straighter, more attractive smile? You might hesitate because you do not want a mouth full of brackets and wires. We understand your concerns, which is why we offer SureSmile clear aligners to the Hillsboro community. This remarkable orthodontic and cosmetic treatment discreetly and efficiently fixes crooked teeth. Read on below to learn more about it.
Why Choose The Dentists at Orenco Station for SureSmile Clear Aligners?
- Digital Imaging for Accurate Treatment Planning
- Compassionate & Friendly Dental Team
- Comfort Amenities Available
How SureSmile Works
To get started with SureSmile, attend a consultation with our team. After your dentist confirms that you are a candidate for the treatment, we will take digital impressions of your teeth. Those impressions will then be used to create a series of custom-made clear aligners.
After your aligners are ready, you will wear as directed determined during your appointment with us. As you progress through your aligners, your teeth will gradually move toward their targeted positions. Throughout your treatment, you will visit us periodically so that we can monitor your progress.
Indications for SureSmile
SureSmile can address most cases of mild to moderate dental misalignment. Here are some examples of specific issues that it may be used to correct:
Crowded Teeth
Crowded, overlapping teeth can trap food between them and endanger your oral health. SureSmile can adjust your teeth so each one has the space it needs to function optimally.
Bite Alignment
Overbite, underbite, crossbite, and open bite are all forms of malocclusions. SureSmile, usually with the help of attachments, can often correct such issues.
Benefits of SureSmile
There’s more than one reason why SureSmile continues to be so popular year after year. If you’re currently on the fence about whether you should choose traditional braces or clear aligners, then keep reading to learn a few of the most noteworthy benefits of the latter!
Discreet Trays
Let’s start with one of the biggest benefits of SureSmile: there isn’t any metal! Furthermore, the trays are custom-made and clear, ensuring they fit the contours of your mouth perfectly and are virtually undetectable when worn. Simply put, you can expect even those closest to you to have a hard time telling when you’re wearing them and when you’re not.
Improved Comfort
Another reason SureSmile is widely loved is because the trays are crafted from high-quality, low-profile materials. As a result, it’s very likely that you won’t experience any soft tissue irritation during your teeth-straightening journey. Plus, if one of your trays does have a sharp edge, there are a few simple remedies. First, you can come to our office so we can file it down. Second, you can use dental wax to protect your gums, lips, and tongue.
Easy Oral Hygiene
Do you already have a hard time mustering up the motivation to brush and floss your teeth? If so, then you might find that life with traditional braces is a bit of an adjustment. After all, most patients need to dedicate even more time to their oral hygiene routine as well as buy special tools, like interproximal toothbrushes. Don’t worry – the same cannot be said for SureSmile. Since the trays are removable, all you need to do is take them out beforehand!
Less Time in the Dental Office
Typically, patients with traditional braces are expected to come in for adjustment appointments every four weeks. Patients with SureSmile, on the other hand, have check-in visits every 6-8 weeks. As a result, you’ll spend less time in the dental office if you choose clear aligners!
Shorter Average Treatment Timelines
If you choose SureSmile, there’s a good chance that your treatment timeline will be shorter. That’s because traditional braces usually take 2-3 years and SureSmile averages 12-18 months. Plus, the trays are clear and removable, which means that you’ll get to see improvements in the alignment of your teeth much sooner!
Ability to Eat Your Favorite Foods
If you love crunchy foods, like tortilla chips and whole apples, then you’ll be happy to hear that SureSmile doesn’t come with any dietary guidelines – you can eat whatever you want! That said, you do need to make it a priority to keep foods and drinks with added sugar to a minimum since they increase your chances of developing tooth decay significantly. So, focus on adding food to your plate that’s smile-friendly and that you genuinely enjoy.
SureSmile FAQs
Dental crowns are designed to restore damage to large areas of teeth that may not be salvageable with a regular filling, including teeth that are broken or in need of a root canal. Keeping even your child’s baby teeth intact is extremely important for helping them maintain proper tooth spacing as they grow.
How Do I Take Off My SureSmile Aligners?
At your first official SureSmile appointment, we will show you how to put your aligners on and take them off. Even so, you might have some difficulty when you get home – they are quite tight at the beginning! The best thing to do is dry your hands and remove the trays starting from the back of your mouth. Slowly work your way forward until they come out. Then, rinse them with clean, cool water and put them in their designated case.
Tip: If you’re having trouble removing your aligners (or you have long nails and don’t want to break them), consider purchasing a PulTool or OrthoKey!
Is There Anything I Can’t Eat with Clear Aligners?
You can’t eat anything with your aligners in (even foods that don’t require any chewing, like smoothies). It’s also important that you keep starchy and sugary snacks to a minimum since they increase your risk of tooth decay, which can negatively impact your teeth-straightening journey. In short, even though there technically aren’t any dietary restrictions, we encourage patients to stick to smile-friendly and nutrient-dense foods the large majority of the time.
Do Clear Aligners Give You a Lisp?
If you’re worried that clear aligner treatment will give you a lisp, you have nothing to worry about! In the beginning, there may be a small adjustment period, but it’s only temporary, and it’s unlikely that anyone else will be able to tell a difference. Plus, the learning curve will be even shorter if you practice. So, try reading out loud or talking to someone you trust. The more you speak, the quicker your tongue will adjust. The quicker that happens, the shorter the adjustment period will be.
How Long Does SureSmile Take?
Patients with mild cases can achieve the results they desire in as little as four months. Conversely, patients with more complex malocclusion may need 18 months or more to work through their treatment plan. The good news is that clear aligner treatment is typically much shorter than traditional braces. So, if you don’t want to wait longer than you have to for a straight smile, consider SureSmile!
Can I Drink Coffee with SureSmile?
You shouldn’t drink any dark-colored beverages while wearing your aligners, including coffee. This is an important rule to follow because, if you don’t, your risk of tooth decay increases significantly, and your once-clear aligners will become noticeably discolored. Plus, hot coffee can cause them to warp, rendering them unable to move your teeth into the desired position. For all of those reasons, you should not drink coffee with SureSmile.
Will I Need to Wear a Retainer After SureSmile Treatment?
Yes! After all, upwards of 50% of patients experience orthodontic relapse (when teeth drift back into their misaligned positions), and we want to avoid that to protect the time and money you invested in SureSmile. The good news is that retainers today resemble clear aligners, so you won’t have to worry about protruding wires, significant upkeep, or noticeable metal.